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  • Solve Clues & Reveal Hidden Stories in a Scavenger Hunt
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Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle

Cardiff

Bute Park & Castle

Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle

The mystery of the museum's mummy mayhem!

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8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

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Makes exploring towns really fun.

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– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

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Explore Cardiff Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

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  • Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
  • Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
  • Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
  • Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
  • Around 2.5 hours of exploring
    Around 1.8 miles of walking
  • One trail is perfect for up to 5 people

How it Works

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Cardiff

Attention all detectives! The National Museum of Wales in Cardiff needs your help. A strange new mummy has suddenly appeared in the Ancient Egyptian section, and no one knows how it got there. Wrapped in layers of bandages, it was found in a broken display case alongside other mummies. Can YOU solve the mystery and uncover the truth behind this mysterious mummy?

Detective Mystery in Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle

Put on your detective hats and prepare for an immersive self-guided adventure through the heart of Cardiff. From the beautiful Bute Park to the medieval Cardiff Castle, you'll follow a trail of clues and uncover the hidden gems of this ancient city.

It's time to wrap up this mystery once and for all…

The National Museum of Wales has made a puzzling discovery in the Ancient Egyptian section. A strange new mummy has appeared in a broken display case, and no one knows how it got there. Experts can't determine if it's an authentic ancient artifact or a cleverly crafted hoax. Can YOU solve the clues and track down who put the mummy there and the weapon they used to break in?

Get ready for a thrilling Detective Mystery adventure through Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle. The trail is set, the clues are waiting… Are YOU up for the challenge?

Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle
Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle
Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle
From the case file
Cardiff - Bute Park & Castle

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Cardiff City Treasure Trail starts at:

Gorsedd Gardens Road

Cardiff

South Glamorgan

South Wales

CF10 3NP

Wales


Detective Mystery Trail

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2.5 Hours Duration

2.5 Hours

1.8 Miles Walking Distance

1.8 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

The Details

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Cardiff.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.8-mile 'loop' Trail (takes 2.5 hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
  • Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
  • Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!

Before you set off on your awesome adventure to explore Cardiff (Caerdydd), there are a few things you need to know...

This Trail takes you through Bute Park, which opens at 7:30am and closes 30 minutes before sunset (4:30pm in winter months) so please give yourself plenty of time to access these clues. Occasionally, events held here will restrict access to some clues, so please check their events calendar before setting off.

The Trail is friendly to both wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that this is a busy city centre, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.

There is short stay pay and display parking along Park Place (CF10 3AS, max. five hours), next to the Trail start point. Or why not try one of Cardiff's fantastic Park and Ride services?

There are some fantastic events in Cardiff's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Cardiff Visitor Information.

There are toilets available in the St David's Centre, and there is a myriad of cafes, restaurants, pubs and other eating establishments along the way. Bute Park makes a fantastic picnic spot if the weather is nice!

Looking for more things to do in Cardiff? Make a day of it by visiting some of the fascinating attractions along the way, such as the National Museum or Cardiff Castle? Or why not try one of our other Cardiff Trails to uncover more twisting tales about this amazing city?

Mini Detective Club

We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.

Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.

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